The New England Patriots announced they were releasing veteran wide receiver Lynn Bowden Jr. on Wednesday.
Bowden, a former 2020 third-round draft pick, played 14 offensive snaps in total for the Patriots in 2022. So he wasn’t as heavily involved in the offense as some hoped when he was initially signed.
The former Kentucky Wildcat standout has played a number of positions over the course of his career, including receiver, running back and even quarterback. There was also hope that he’d factor into the return game for the Patriots on special teams.
Yet, the team could never make use of his versatility, and he’s once again on the outs with his third NFL team in three years.
There’s still hope he could end up re-signing with the Patriots down the line. Coach Bill Belichick has a tendency to bring back former players, even if it’s only as a member of the practice squad.
Bowden is a unique talent that should find some use in New England or elsewhere.
